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Vitamin K supports blood flow and strengthens capillaries, which helps mitigate bruising and vascular issues.

Jar Deconstructed: Vitamin K

Vitamin K is highly valued topically in skin care for its ability to strengthen blood vessels and improve circulation, thereby enhancing the appearance of dark circles and bruising.

Harsh products, environmental stressors and underlying skin conditions can all cause the skin barrier to malfunction.

Scalp and Skin Barrier Health: Driving New Insights That Are Beyond Skin-Deep

Ingrowns happen when hair gets trapped under the skin. Here's how you can avoid them.

Is Waxing a Love-Hate Relationship? You’re Not Alone.

Good brows are tailored to compliment a client's facial features, proportions and eye spacing.

Framing the Face: The Art & Science of Perfect Brows

Brows are not just hair—they are the frame that sets the tone for the entire face.

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) uses a light-sensitive drug activated by a specific light source to destroy abnormal cells.

Photodynamic Therapy: A Single Solution for Oily Skin, Pores and Sun Damage

Most patients learn about PDT in the context of medical concerns, such as persistent acne, enlarged oil glands or early sun-related lesions.

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Stretch Marks are becoming more prevalent and consumers are looking for the latest in minimally invasive procedures, synergistic treatments and advanced topicals to treat them.

That's Bound to Leave a Mark: What You Need to Know About Stretch Marks in 2025

Stretch marks can feel like one of those unfortunate facts of life, especially when it's time to slip into a bathing suit again, or after a surprising bout of weight or muscle gain.

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Why Your Skin Might Be Aging Faster Than You Think: The Silent Role of Fibroblasts

Your skin may be aging faster than you think—and fibroblasts could be the reason. Discover how to wake up these collagen factories and restore resilience before silent damage takes hold with Osmosis skincare & wellness.

Astaxanthin has a myriad of benefits, including its ability to help even skin tone.

Jar Deconstructed: Astaxanthin

Astaxanthin is the naturally occurring pigment responsible for the reds, pinks and oranges found in some plants, like algae, and animals like salmon, trout, krill and shrimp.

Treatments are more than skin-deep; they're an affirmation for the care we express to ourselves.

Guiding Hands: Claudelle Daoud

Licensed esthetician, educator and beauty industry expert, Claudelle Daoud (CD), sits down with Skin Inc. to talk wellness, skin and the business of marrying the two.

Ingredients like D-alpha tocopherol have anti-inflammatory properties and promote wound healing.

Treat and Prevent Acne Scarring

Scarring lasts a lifetime, and as most of you know, acne impacts over 85% of the population in the United States, which is the premiere reason for scarring on the face.

Chemical peels are a staple in skin care, but the kind of peel and your technique all comes down to your client's needs.

Smooth Moves: How to Peel like a Pro

Chemical peels have been a cornerstone of professional skin care, offering results that range from a subtle glow to dramatic rejuvenation.

Skin care isn't one-size-fits-all; the skin on your body has different properties than the skin on your face, meaning that care needs to reflect the nuance of those differences.

The Body Edit: Clinical Skin Care’s Next Frontier

Licensed skin care professionals understand the science of aging and its impact on the skin—collagen, elastin and hydration are crucial elements in maintaining bright, beautiful skin.

Skin contains cells that maintain the link between the internal and external.

The Skin and Gut Connection

The skin, the body’s largest and most visible organ, is a fascinating entity—a living tapestry that not only reflects our external environment but also demonstrates the intricate functions within.